Find Treatment Centers in California
3,031 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 7,385 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
Quick answer: California has 3,031 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 30.4/100k (#28 nationally, below the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in California
3,029 facilities found
ASCEND Counseling and Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
ASCEND Counseling and Recovery Services offers outpatient treatments for mental health and substance use disorders, focusing on person-centered, evidence-based...
Drug Alternative Program
Moreno Valley, CA
Surrounded by a faith-based, substance-free environment, this residential recovery program helps individuals overcome chronic drug use through long-term, struct...
Sunrise Community For Recovery and Wellness
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness, located in Asheville, North Carolina, is a peer-led organization dedicated to supporting individuals affected by su...
The Menninger Clinic
Venice, CA
The Menninger Clinic specializes in comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments, inpatient and outpatient care, and addressing the needs of professionals, youn...
The Haven at College
Los Angeles, CA
The Haven at College offers intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) for young adults on a college track, addressing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depre...
Vantage Point Center
Thousand Oaks, CA
Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy in Sacramento provides dedicated support for adolescents and LGBTQIA+ individuals, creating a compassionate space for hea...
ADMHA SA and Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
African Diaspora Mental Health Association (ADMHA) provides mental and behavioral health services for children, adults, and families in Springfield, Massachuset...
Nirvana Drug and Alcohol Trt Mens Residential
Modesto, CA
Nirvana Drug and Alcohol Treatment Men’s Residential helps individuals overcome drug and alcohol addiction, offering various levels of care, including 24-hour r...
RISE Recovery Support Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
RISE Recovery Support Center, located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, provides a welcoming, peer-led community for individuals at all stages of recovery from sub...
Acceptance Recovery Counseling
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Acceptance Recovery Counseling offers outpatient care for individuals aged 13 and older, using a harm reduction approach and personalized treatment plans. Servi...
Pacific Clinics Recovery Education Center
Lynwood, CA
Pacific Clinics treats adults, adolescents, children 10+ throughout California who seek help for mental health disorders, as well as eating disorders, insomnia,...
Pacifica
Oceanside, CA
Pacifica Treatment Centre welcomes adults 19 and older into their residential substance use recovery. Located in Vancouver near the Main/Commercial SkyTrain Sta...
Addiction Treatment in California: What You Need to Know
California has 3,031 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 38,965,000. That's approximately 7.8 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 30.4 per 100,000 is below the national average of 33.1 — ranking #28 nationally. With 7,385 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in California
California has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in California
California reports 7,385 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 30.4/100k (below the 33.1 national average by 8%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 8.2% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). California has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in California, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in California
Treatment facilities in California are concentrated in urban areas, with Los Angeles leading with 126 centers, followed by San Diego (82) and San Francisco (64). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full California directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
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